SW Test Lead Engineer

Quality

· Own end-to-end quality for software applications.

· Drive test planning, estimation, risk identification, and release readiness.

· Define and execute test strategy across releases, covering functional, integration, system, performance, and automated testing.

· Establish scalable test frameworks, tools, and best practices.

· Ensure clear traceability between requirements, risks, test cases, and results.

· Use of risk-based testing to focus effort on high-impact areas.

· Make quality-based recommendations for releases.

· Ownership of defect triage, prioritization, and root cause analysis.

Test Architecture & Automation

· Define the overall test strategy and automation approach for projects based on product architecture, risks, and release goals.

· Expand automation coverage and improve efficiency of validation processes.

· Integrate testing into CI/CD pipelines and development workflows where applicable.

· Review test plans, test cases, and automation code for completeness and effectiveness.

· Mentor and coach junior test engineers on test design, automation, and quality thinking.

· Identify gaps in test processes and lead improvements.

Cross-Functional & Stakeholder Collaboration

· Work closely with development leads, product owners, cybersecurity teams, and global stakeholders.

· Participate in architecture and design reviews from a quality and risk perspective.

· Communicate project status, quality metrics, and improvement initiatives to leadership.

Bachelor’s degree in computer engineering or computer science

· Overall, 8 to 10 years of experience in software testing

Strong background in software testing and quality engineering for product development.

· Solid understanding of software testing principles and test design techniques for both functional and non‑functional testing.

· Experience leading testing planning or managing test activities.

· Ability to plan, prioritize, and deliver work effectively under deadlines.

· Experience working with windows and web applications including knowledge of .NET, React, Angular, JavaScript and other windows and web application technologies

· Strong experience with programming and scripting languages (E.g. Python, Java, C#, JavaScript)

· Hands‑on experience in developing and maintaining automation frameworks.

· Experience with API testing and performance testing tools (E.g. Postman, JMeter).

· Familiarity with test management tools (e.g., Azure DevOps).

· Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.

· Experience with Agile/Scrum environments.

· Hands-on exposure to CI/CD and DevOps practices.

· Experience with Stage-gated NPD (New Product Development) processes

· Exposure to cybersecurity practices.

· Ability to manage multiple priorities, stakeholders, and technical risks effectively.

· Strong communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills.